Charles Darwin

"Charles Darwin" by Grant Allen is a biography that explores the prominent biologist's life and the intellectual currents surrounding his revolutionary work. It highlights Darwin’s pivotal role in solidifying the theory of natural selection, illustrating how he wasn't the first to ponder evolution but rather the one who finally explained its workings. The book promises to examine Darwin’s upbringing and the progression of scientific understanding that influenced him, touching on the impact of other scientists and thinkers, and emphasizing how Darwin's perspective and insights enhanced the evolutionary discussions of his era, leading to significant shifts in both biology and general modes of thought.